Turkish Cypriot village water system upgraded with EU funds

The first phase of activities for the infrastructure and urban upgrading in Kampyli village in the Turkish occupied areas of Cyprus has been completed, focusing on the modernisation of the water system of the village, ensuing improved living conditions for its residents.

According to a UNDP Partnership for the Future Programme, under the EU-funded Aid Programme for the Turkish Cypriot community, the works included the replacement of 4.5 km of 50-year-old galvanized water pipes as well as house connections.

The project also included the creation of three water zones, the installation of control valves, a bulk meter at the reservoir and two fire hydrants.

As a result, the 200 residents can now have constant water supply at uniform pressure, without any loss or leakage.

Kampyli, known as Hisarkoy in Turkish, is one of the first villages to benefit from EU funds made available for the upgrading of the local infrastructure of selected villages.

UNDP PFF Programme Manager Tiziana Zennaro said ''it is envisaged that a second phase for the urban upgrading of the square will follow, with both phases wholly funded by the EU and costing approximately 170,000 euros.''

A ceremony will be taking place on Thursday in the village to mark the completion of the first phase of the project.